Fish oil - Definition and Overview

Fish Oil is oil derived from fishes. This oil naturally contains the Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA (Eicosa pentaenoic Acid and Docosa hexaenoic Acid). Fish Oil is now recommended for a healthy diet. It is beneficial to eat fish once a week (or more) but care must be taken to avoid the fish species which contain the toxin mercury or other contaminants such as Chlordane. The list of fish includes: Largemouth Bass, Sturgeon, and others such as Shark, Swordfish, King Mackerel, and Tilefish. Note that these species are often predators, which can accumulate toxins due to their position at the top of the food chain.